Controllership Manager at JLL in Israel

Controllership Manager
Location: Raanana, ISR
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About JLL
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a leading professional services firm specialising in real estate and investment management. With operations in over 80 countries and a team of more than 110,000 people worldwide, JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world.
Role Summary
JLL is seeking a controller for one its Israel legal entity. This is a critical, standalone role that owns the end-to-end financial cycle of the Israeli entity: from rigorous month-end close execution within JLL's Group reporting calendar, through to statutory compliance, local taxation, and regulatory adherence.
The role demands a technically strong controller who is equally at home driving a tight monthly close as they are navigating Israeli tax law. It sits within the EMEA Controllership function (47 countries, 5 business lines, $3.5B gross revenue) and contributes directly to the region's agenda of simplifying, standardizing, and scaling finance operations globally.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Group Reporting (Primary Focus)
• Own and drive the full month-end close for the Israeli legal entity within JLL's strict Group reporting deadlines, with zero tolerance for late submissions.
• Execute all period-end journal entries: accruals, prepayments, depreciation, intercompany eliminations, revenue recognition, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and deliver monthly P&L and balance sheet packages in accordance with JLL's Group accounting policies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Manage the intercompany reconciliation and sign-off process, resolving mismatches with counterpart entities within the EMEA close timetable.
• Produce and review monthly flux analysis variance with clear commentary for the EMEA Controller and business stakeholders.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled and certified on a monthly basis with supporting documentation audit-ready at all times.
• Coordinate with the EMEA Regional Finance team and Group Consolidation to meet quarterly and year-end Group reporting requirements, including audit support schedules.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Group Finance on any Israel-specific queries during the close and consolidation process.
• Drive continuous improvement of the close process — reduce cycle time, eliminate manual steps, and strengthen controls in line with JLL's global standardization agenda.
Tax Compliance & Advisory
• Own all Israeli tax obligations: corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, payroll tax, and any other applicable levies — filing accurately and on time.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and intercompany arrangements in coordination with the regional and global tax team.
• Liaise with external tax advisors, auditors, and the Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) on assessments, queries, and audits.
• Monitor and interpret Israeli tax law changes, proactively advising the EMEA Controller on entity-level impacts.
• Ensure tax positions are fully reflected in the monthly close and Group reporting packs.
Statutory Reporting & Financial Compliance
• Prepare and file annual statutory financial statements in accordance with Israeli GAAP and applicable IFRS requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with the Israeli Companies Registrar, Ministry of Finance, and other regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate the annual external audit process, acting as the primary contact for local auditors.
• Maintain and enforce robust internal controls over financial reporting; ensure SOX-relevant controls are documented and operating effectively where applicable.
Entity Management & Governance
• Act as a key finance contact for the Israeli legal entity, coordinating with local management, HR, and Legal.
• Manage all corporate secretarial and regulatory filings relevant to the entity's legal standing.
• Support intercompany billing, cost allocations, and settlement processes with other JLL entities.
• Partner with the EMEA Controllership team to align local practices with regional standardization and system implementation initiatives.
Systems & Continuous Improvement
• Support the rollout and embedding of JLL's global ERP and reporting tools within the Israeli entity.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate and streamline close and compliance processes — solving issues at source rather than through manual workarounds.
• Maintain complete, auditable financial records in compliance with Israeli law and JLL's global retention policies.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Israeli CPA licence (Roa Heshbon – רואה חשבון) – mandatory, non-negotiable.
• Big 4 background (Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG) — audit or advisory experience in a multinational or financial services environment strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of post-qualification experience, with a proven track record of owning a month-end close and delivering to tight Group reporting deadlines.
• Deep working knowledge of Israeli tax law, VAT regulations, transfer pricing rules, and statutory reporting standards.
• Solid understanding of USGAAP as applied within a multinational Group consolidation context preferred.
• Proven experience managing relationships with the Israeli Tax Authority, external auditors, and Group Finance teams.
• Fluency in Hebrew (written and spoken) and strong professional proficiency in English — all Group reporting and EMEA communications are in English.
• Experience working within an ERP environment (Priority, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent); comfortable operating within structured Group chart of accounts and reporting templates.
• Highly organised, deadline-driven, and capable of managing a complex close independently with minimal oversight.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior in-house controller experience at a foreign multinational's Israeli subsidiary, with direct Group reporting responsibilities.
• Hands-on experience with close automation, blackline-style reconciliation tools, or tax technology platforms.
• Background in real estate, professional services, or financial services sectors.
• Exposure to SOX compliance or equivalent internal controls frameworks.
What We Offer
• A Senior Associate II (P3) position with direct access to the EMEA Controller and exposure to a complex, multi-country finance organization.
• The opportunity to own an entire legal entity's finance function — close, tax, compliance — with full accountability and visibility.
• Active involvement in JLL's EMEA simplification and scaling agenda, with real influence on how the Israeli entity operates within the Group.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with Israeli market benchmarks.
• A rigorous, values-driven environment that rewards precision, initiative, and continuous improvement.
JLL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Location:
On-site –Raanana, ISR
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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